SLOVAKIAN CHICKEN SAUCE//QUICK & EASY RECIPE

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are more affordable.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Zucchini adds nutrition while canned tomatoes are budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and water with seasoning is cost-effective.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Sprinkle paprika over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.

Add bell peppers, carrots, and tomato paste, mixing well.

Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Cook for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.

Remove chicken and bay leaves, then stir in sour cream until smooth.

Serve over cooked potatoes or noodles, garnished with parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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